Current Obituaries

There will be a celebration of life for famed painter and Russellville native, Janice Treece-Senter on Friday, July 5, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Dockery Senter Funeral Home in Morristown. Janice spent most of her life making the world more beautiful with her paintings and other creations and inspiring others to find their inner-artist. Born in Russellville, TN to Robert and Maggie (Wilson) Treece, she is survived by her children Joseph J. Senter (Marcie) of CA and Crystal Senter-Brown (Corey) Brown of MA, grandson Adonte of GA, her sisters: Carolyn Atkins, Mary Anderson (Eddie Joe), Marsha Bailey and a brother Gary Treece. She is predeceased by her sister Roberta Ann. She is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews and one great niece.

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Elizabeth Jean Hinkle Lee passed away on Monday, June 17, after a long illness. She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. However, she had lived in Morristown for over 20 years. Elizabeth passed away at Heritage Nursing Center in Morristown, Tennessee.

Elizabeth was a former member of Bethel United Methodist Church of Knoxville. She retired from Hinkle and Hinkle Accounting of Knoxville; a firm founded by her parents. She was also a dedicated member of the Eastern Star.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Elmer Joseph Franklin Hinkle and Anna May Bookout Hinkle, as well as her ex-husband, James (Eddie) Edward Lee Sr. She is survived by son James (Jim)Lee Jr. and wife Teresa Lee.  Her daughter, Mickey Brooke and son-in-law, Mark Brooke; grandchildren, Megan, Morgan, and Ben Brooke Dandridge; grandchildren, Alyssa Estes, Cody Lee, Drake Lee, Elijah Johnson, Jamie Lee, and Hunter Lee; and great-grandchildren, AJ, Lily, and Annelise.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Heritage Nursing Center in Morristown for their compassionate care. Cremation Services provided by Dockery Senter Funeral Home of Morristown, TN.

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Tommy C. White Jr., of Talbott, TN, claimed his gift of eternal life to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at the age of 66. As a devoted husband, loving father, cherished brother, and faithful servant of God, his journey on Earth was a testament to his faith and love. Born on March 4, 1958, in Harlan, Kentucky, he worked 22 years as a nurse aide at the Harlan Appalachian Regional Hospital. After retiring, he resided in Tennessee for 22 years to raise his family, where he enjoyed fishing and playing music.

Tommy's love for music was a divine gift that he shared with his community. He found great joy in playing the guitar, using his talent to bring people together and uplift their spirits. His performances at church services, community gatherings, and family events were moments of grace and joy, leaving lasting impressions on all who heard him play. He was a beacon of light to all who knew him, radiating God's love through his actions, words, and music.

Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, Tommy Sr. and Naydine White; grandparents, Nora & Wallace White and Ruby & William White; father-in-law, Noble Wynn; and brother-in-law, Floyd Gregory.

Tommy is survived by his devoted wife of 27 years, Loretta Wynn White; his beloved daughters, Brandie (Aaron) Conrad of Dandridge, TN, and Chelsea (Aaron) Hawkins of Talbott, TN; his cherished sisters, Tammie Chapman and Mary Anna Marie Gregory of Kenvir, KY; and nephews, Floyd Gregory and Larry Darnell Chapman of Kenvir, KY; and a host of family and friends who will forever hold his memory in their hearts.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., at Panther Springs Methodist Church, with Pastor Roy Charles officiating. Visitation for Tommy will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the funeral hour.

Burial will follow funeral services at French Broad Cemetery in Dandridge, TN, where the family will serve as pallbearers.

Tommy C. White Jr. will be dearly missed, but he will live on in the hearts of those he touched. His life was a testament to the power of faith, love, and the strength of family. We find comfortin knowing that he is now at peace in the arms of the Lord, where his music will eternally echo throughout heaven.

"Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God." — Matthew 5:8

Dockery Funeral Home is serving the White Family.

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